Indonesia confirms 386 citizens are in Iran
Lawmakers urge government to initiate immediate evacuations
JAKARTA, Indonesia (MNTV) — The Indonesian government has confirmed that 580 of its citizens remain in Iran and Israeli occupied Palestinian territories, reports Jakarta Globe.
According to Judha Nugraha, Director for the Protection of Indonesian Citizens at the Foreign Ministry, 386 Indonesians — mostly students — are in Iran, most of them in the city of Qom.
There are 194 Indonesians currently in Israeli occupied Palestinian territories, the majority of whom are students based in Rafah.
“The Foreign Ministry, along with our embassies in Tehran and Amman, continues to closely monitor the Iran-Israel conflict,” Judha said on Wednesday. He added that all Indonesians in both countries remain safe at this time.
Indonesia does not maintain diplomatic relations with Israel. All travel-related matters concerning Israel are coordinated through the Indonesian Embassy in Jordan.
The situation has prompted calls from lawmakers urging the government to initiate immediate evacuations.
Iranian Ambassador to Indonesia Mohammad Boroujerdi said that the safety of Indonesian citizens in Iran remains a top priority for his government. “Our duty as the government of the Islamic Republic of Iran is to guarantee their protection and support,” Boroujerdi said, noting that Indonesian nationals residing in Iran include both students and migrant workers.
The Indonesian Embassy in Tehran has activated emergency communication channels.
Boroujerdi added that Iran is ready to fully support any evacuation plans should the situation deteriorate. “If evacuation becomes necessary or if Indonesian citizens wish to leave, we are prepared to assist and facilitate a safe and orderly process,” he stated.
Iran has expressed appreciation for Indonesia’s firm stance in condemning Israeli military aggression, and encouraged Jakarta to play a more active role in international diplomacy to pressure Israel into halting its attacks.
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